Equality & Diversity

Vision

Dudley College is committed to creating a culture in which equality of opportunity and diversity are promoted actively and in which unlawful discrimination is not tolerated. The college recognises the real educational and business benefits of having a diverse community of staff and students and is working towards building and maintaining an environment which values and celebrates diversity.

Policy Statement

Dudley College believes in the principles of social justice and aims to ensure that:

• Individuals are treated fairly, with dignity and respect regardless of their age, gender, gender identity or re-assignment, marital status, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, national origin, disability, social status, religion or belief, union membership, political or other ideology or inappropriate distinction.
• It affords all individuals, students and employees the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
• It promotes an inclusive and supportive environment for staff, students and visitors.
• It provides services that are accessible according to need.
• It recognises the varied contributions made by individuals from diverse backgrounds and wide ranging experiences.
• Effective partnerships with all parts of our community are created.

All enquiries relating to Equality & Diversity issues should be directed in the first instance to the Equality & Diversity Officer 01384 363278 or e-mail respect4all@dudleycol.ac.uk.